Why is the empty state not visible when filtering CMS items in Webflow?

The empty state not being visible when filtering CMS items in Webflow can occur due to a few reasons. Let's explore a few possibilities and potential solutions:

1. Data Filtering: When you apply filters to your CMS items, it's essential to ensure that the filtered items still meet the conditions of the empty state. For example, if your empty state is set to display when no items have a specific category, and you apply a filter that includes that category, the empty state will not be visible. Double-check the filter criteria to ensure they align with the conditions of the empty state.

2. Conditional Visibility: Make sure that the empty state element has its visibility properly set up. In Webflow, you can use conditional visibility settings to determine when an element should be visible or hidden based on certain conditions. Check whether you have accidentally set up a conflicting condition that is preventing the empty state from being displayed.

3. CSS Styling: It's also possible that the empty state element has CSS styling that is causing it not to be visible. Check the element's positioning, dimensions, and any additional styling properties that may affect its visibility. For example, if the empty state has a height of 0px or is positioned off-screen, it won't be visible to users.

4. Dynamic List Element: If you're using a dynamic list element to display CMS items and the empty state is within that dynamic list, check whether the list has any items to display. If the dynamic list has no items, it may not render the empty state since it is technically not part of the list. In this case, consider placing the empty state element outside of the dynamic list.

5. Template Configuration: Review the template configuration to ensure that the empty state has been properly implemented. It's possible that the empty state element is missing from the template, or it may have been accidentally removed or overwritten. Compare the current template configuration with a previous version or a backup to identify any discrepancies.

By checking these potential causes, you should be able to pinpoint why the empty state is not visible when filtering CMS items in Webflow and find the appropriate solution to resolve the issue.